The Waters of Cheatham, LLCCMS ratings, inspections and fines
- Address
- 2501 River Road, Ashland City, TN 37015
- CCN
- 445318
- Ownership type
- For-profit, limited liability company
- Certified beds
- 80
- Residents per day
- 49
- CMS flags
- None in the CMS record
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CMS gives The Waters of Cheatham, LLC an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars. The last standard survey was on 26 Mar 2026. The latest survey cycle has 6 health citations. The median for nursing homes in Tennessee is 4. CMS lists 2 fines with a total of $6,350 for this home in its penalties file.
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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Five-Star Quality Rating System: Technical Users' Guide, July 2026. CMS processed this record on .
Since the last CMS update
The site has no recorded change for this home. In each CMS update, the site compares the ratings, the penalties and the citations of each home.
Ratings
CMS gives each home 1 to 5 stars for health inspections, for staffing and for quality measures, and one overall rating.
| Rating (1 to 5 stars) | This home | Cheatham County median | Tennessee median | US average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Health inspection rating | 2 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Staffing rating | 1 | 1.0 | 2.0 | 2.9 |
| Quality measure rating | 5 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 3.6 |
A median is the middle value of the homes in the group: 2 homes in the county, 303 homes in the state. What the CMS star ratings measure
Citations by survey cycle
CMS keeps the last three cycles, and cycle 1 is the latest. A cycle has one standard survey. Citations from complaint and infection control inspections go into cycles of 12 months.
| Survey cycle | Standard survey | Citations | Tennessee median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (latest) | 26 Mar 2026 | 6 | 4 |
| Cycle 2 | 27 Apr 2022 | 9 | 4 |
| Cycle 3 | No date | 9 | 4 |
Health citations
The record of one deficiency in an inspection. One inspection can give many citations.
Scope and severity. A letter from A to L on each citation. Scope is the number of residents that the deficiency affected. Severity is the level of harm.
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J0 | K0 | L0 |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G0 | H0 | I0 |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | |||
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A0 | B0 | C0 |
Survey cycle 1 (latest): 6 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | D | Standard survey | 23 Apr 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D | Standard survey | 23 Apr 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | E | Standard survey | 23 Apr 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | D | Standard survey | 23 Apr 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0851 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. | E | Standard survey | 23 Apr 2026 |
| 26 Mar 2026 | F0882 | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. | F | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2026 |
Survey cycle 2: 9 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Apr 2022 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E | Standard survey | 14 Jun 2022 |
| 27 Apr 2022 | F0553 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. | E | Standard survey | 14 Jun 2022 |
| 27 Apr 2022 | F0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | D | Standard survey | 14 Jun 2022 |
| 27 Apr 2022 | F0626 | Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy. | D | Standard survey | 14 Jun 2022 |
| 27 Apr 2022 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Standard survey | 14 Jun 2022 |
| 27 Apr 2022 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Standard survey | 14 Jun 2022 |
| 27 Apr 2022 | F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | E | Standard survey | 14 Jun 2022 |
| 27 Apr 2022 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 14 Jun 2022 |
| 27 Apr 2022 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 14 Jun 2022 |
Survey cycle 3: 9 citations
The CMS provider file has no standard survey date for this cycle.
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct 2019 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E | Standard survey | 12 Nov 2019 |
| 23 Oct 2019 | F0637 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D | Standard survey | 12 Nov 2019 |
| 23 Oct 2019 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 12 Nov 2019 |
| 23 Oct 2019 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 12 Nov 2019 |
| 23 Oct 2019 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D | Standard survey | 12 Nov 2019 |
| 23 Oct 2019 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 12 Nov 2019 |
| 23 Oct 2019 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | E | Standard survey | 12 Nov 2019 |
| 23 Oct 2019 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 12 Nov 2019 |
| 23 Oct 2019 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 12 Nov 2019 |
The requirement text is the CMS summary of the F-tag. It is not the report of the surveyor. How to read an inspection report
Penalties
A fine, or a payment denial: a period in which Medicare or Medicaid does not pay for new admissions. The CMS penalties file holds three years.
| Date | Type | Fine | Days without payment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct 2023 | Fine | $2,117 | |
| 2 Oct 2023 | Fine | $4,233 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day. The nurse hours for one resident on an average day. CMS calculates the figure from the hours that the home reports for a quarter.
| Staff | This home | Tennessee median | Tennessee average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nurse staff | 3.09 | 3.60 | 3.80 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 0.48 | 0.50 | 0.60 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 0.83 | 1.09 | |
| Nurse aides | 1.79 | 2.12 | |
| All nurse staff, weekends | 2.90 | 3.20 | 3.31 |
- Nurse staff turnover in a year
- 67.5%
- Nurse staff turnover, Tennessee median
- 50.0%
- RN turnover in a year
- 87.5%
- Administrators who left in a year
- 4
Homes report the hours to CMS in the Payroll-Based Journal.
Quality measures
A figure that CMS calculates from the assessments of residents. One example is the percentage of long-stay residents with a fall and a major injury.
| Measure (CMS text) | Residents | This home | Tennessee median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 1.5% | 12.3% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 3.6% | 3.1% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 1.4% | 15.4% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 3.5% | 4.3% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 20.2% | 15.6% | 13.4% |
For each measure in this table, CMS gives more points in the quality measure rating for a lower percentage. The site calculates the medians from the CMS file. What the CMS star ratings measure
Ownership
An organisation in the CMS ownership file. CMS records its role, for example an ownership interest, operational or managerial control, or a mortgage interest.
- Ownership type
- For-profit, limited liability company
- Chain
- Infinity Healthcare Consulting (69 homes in the CMS chain file)
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| A&F Realty LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 20% | 1 Aug 2016 |
| Gubin Enterprises Limited Partnership | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 40% | 1 Aug 2016 |
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Other homes in Cheatham County
| Nursing home | City | Overall rating | Citations, latest cycle | Fines | Last standard survey | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Post Acute | Ashland City | 2 of 5 | 4 | $0 | 14 Jan 2026 |
Official channels
- Care Compare record of this nursing homeMedicare.gov. The official CMS record of this home.
- Tennessee Health Facilities Commission: filing a complaintThe complaint page of the State Survey Agency for Tennessee, from the CMS list of agencies.
- Contact information for State Survey AgenciesCMS. The web address and the telephone number of the State Survey Agency of each state. These agencies investigate complaints about nursing homes.
- Filing a complaintMedicare.gov. The page names the State Survey Agency as the place for a complaint about nursing home care or facility conditions.
- Eldercare LocatorAdministration for Community Living. A public service that connects older adults and their families to local services. Telephone: 1-800-677-1116.
Cite this page
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare. Record of The Waters of Cheatham, LLC (CCN 445318). Data processed 1 Aug 2026. Elder Care Record, https://eldercarerecord.com/facility/the-waters-of-cheatham-llc-ashland-city-tn-445318/
Provenance
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- CMS processed the data on
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Questions
- When was The Waters of Cheatham, LLC last inspected?
- The latest inspection with a citation in the CMS record was on 26 Mar 2026. It was a standard survey. It gave 6 citations. The standard survey before the last one was on 27 Apr 2022.
- Who operates The Waters of Cheatham, LLC?
- The CMS record gives the ownership type as for-profit, limited liability company. CMS lists the home in the chain Infinity Healthcare Consulting. The CMS ownership file names no organisation for operational or managerial control. This site does not show the names of persons.
- Is The Waters of Cheatham, LLC a Special Focus Facility?
- No. The CMS provider file lists no Special Focus status for this home. CMS lists 2 homes in Tennessee as Special Focus Facilities and 10 as candidates.
- Where does the data on this page come from?
- The data comes from the CMS Care Compare files for nursing homes. CMS processed the files on 1 Aug 2026. The Care Compare record on Medicare.gov is the official record of the home.